Who Has Made the Most Reliable Pickup Over 15 Years? Shocking Results

If you are looking for the most reliable pickup, then we have the data for you. We have compiled the J.D. Power Dependability survey winners into a spreadsheet showing the last 15 years of winners as well as the top truck brand and pickup model per class. The results WILL surprise you and, if you are a loyal fan, probably make you upset.
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[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Here is our video on the Toyota Tacoma reliability: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmfai4V5ZZ2EbaM

[@223dmr7]

How in the world could GM win any awards after cutting so many corners after 2008? Remember we taxpayers had to bail them out because he could not run their business properly. the only automaker in this country of the big three was Ford that did not need to be bailed out. That's the only award I need to stick with Ford. And before you say oh yeah Ford took the money Ford was forced to take the money. I would tell you what they invested the money in but you wouldn't believe me I'll just leave it at that. That would piss people off.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

@@223dmr7 well, 2008 was 12 years ago. That’s like 30 years in the automotive world.

[@223dmr7]

@@Pickuptrucktalk it doesn't matter it still happened. They were going to shut the doors man .

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

@@223dmr7 everyone was. It wasn’t just the manufacturers, the parts suppliers were in trouble. If they went down, everyone goes down Ford included.

[@223dmr7]

But ford didn't go down. GM and Chrysler did . Chrysler is owned by a foreign car company now.

[@HypoLuxa13]

3 year dependability means nothing to me. Show me 10 year dependability and then we can really see what trucks hold up.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

True, but man would that be hard to do with all the different variables out there.

[@jacobynoctis4825]

Ya I agree. I think we would see some interesting numbers

[@danielohara9324]

I think it would be the same results for half tons just speaking from a technicians experience.

[@HypoLuxa13]

@@danielohara9324 a technicians feedback is always more appreciated than JD Power, in my opinion! :)

[@jameskollmann3616]

have a 2006 gmc sierra 270000 miles still going strong

[@MrSparks54]

I bought a 2009 Silverado 2500HD 6.0 gas new. Still have it. No recalls, no breakdowns. Been the most reliable truck I've owned hands down in my 66 years.

[@cleotustcornpone9979]

Having worked in the auto biz for 36 years I can tell you, without hesitation, that what folks in the business used to say about J D Power is "They are the folks who, if you pay them enough money, they will prove anything you want."

[@Harry-zz2oh]

Just like statistics. Use enough and you can prove anything you want.

[@George-on3zm]

that is a FACT! but toyota has always been known for reliabilty,and resale value...i though maybe ford would be #2? then honda and GM tied? who knows

[@pillcosby3949]

People buy Toyota for the same reason they buy glocks, or iPhones.. no gimmicks, just a flat out reliable product. It’s funny the people that complain about “lack of innovation” with these products

[@sauzeeee]

the thing is Toyotas and Glocks aren't overpriced.

[@nathanrobinson9478]

Dad bought a 93 f150 5.0 back in 94 as a contractors truck. He passed away i possessed it. Still drivin over 340,000 on odometer with stock drivetrain.

[@anthonymolina7416]

Don’t sell it if the engine and transmission go out just put another one in an get another 340,000 miles

[@Jophlo78]

Sorry for your loss.

[@federal6616]

That's daddy got that thing still moving.

[@stanleykania7184]

On my second rear end 2012 model..

[@Marco-fi6gv]

Great trucks. A ton of them still driving around and being used and abused as work trucks all these years later.

[@Silidons91]

JD power gives out "reliability" and "dependability" rewards for vehicles with brand new engines in the first year of the new engine. makes zero sense.

[@anthonymacneil2279]

I agree

[@Sailor376also]

I think that is actually a throwback to decades old dependability expectations. It has validity,, just not like it used to 50 years ago. 1950's and 1960's,, absolutely normal to trade in your vehicle every year, or at most every 3 years. My father in the 20 years purchased new 12 vehicles. Things to keep in mind. Incredible manufacturing prowess coming off of WWI, tires had to be replaced every 8 to 10 thousand miles, an old and worn out vehicle had 70,000 miles on it. Almost nothing reached 100,000 miles,,, that was an old junker. The first year of ownership,, was your only year of ownership. The validity today,,, some vehicles are just rife with defects of design and workmanship "Never buy a Friday vehicle.", "Never buy a new vehicle in its first year of production." You've heard these phrases. And I, from personal and extremely painful experience, can tell you some vehicles sold new are just plain a pile of crap. I owned a brand new ***** , 1973. In its first 16 months, 40,000 miles, of ownership,, 3 alternators, 3 starters, 2 radiators, timing chain, and automatic transmission, 6 door locks,,,, Beyond the first 4 months of ownership, I spent every weekend under that POS wrenching it. Warranty support ? Exactly zero. 12,000 mile warranty and at 14,000 miles you could not keep it on the road 3 consecutive weeks. A first year dependability rating,, MAKES PERFECT sense. By the way, I have never since owned,, nor will I ever own, another anything of that big three company products,, the same one that received no mention on this list....

[@demesnex7070]

No matter what make or model you own, if you want it to be reliable and last a long time, take care of it and do your routine maintenance. Get what you like, not what JDP or CR tells you.

[@ahighervibe4086]

Agreed. In this day and age they're all good vehicles overall. It's how they are treated that directly effects eventual reliability.

[@rickeycooley9139]

Well said

[@andybub45]

"Take care of your truck and it will take care of you" is the stupidest thing I have ever heard. Yes, routine maintenance is absolutely important, BUT, manufacturing defects and poor designs are what often result in issues. Those things have little to do with proper maintinance. You can get a truck and maintain it like your supposed to, but issues still pop up.

[@mannyzamora1692]

I totally agree

[@Daddyodigital]

Word

[@gonzalomanriquez4956]

I put 225K miles on my 06 F-150 and never had an issue when I sold it in 2016. Still hauled a car from Texas to Maryland with over 200k miles on it. My 2010 ranger was still running strong at 146k miles and now my 2014 F-150 seems great but I haven’t even hit 100k miles on it yet.

[@michaellizotte2675]

I am not surprised with your results have owned Toyota trucks since 1995, previous to that I owned an F150 and a F250. The reason I switched was I wanted better reliability and resale value. My Toyota trucks have been trouble free and if I did have an issue they stood behind it, can't say that about my Ford experience. They may not have as many bells and whistles as the other guys but they definitely last longer, never break, and I always get top dollar when I sell or trade in.

[@adriangomezortega1007]

JD power is one of the most unreliable sources for anything automotive. They dont even add up to the real numbers.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

LOL. First comment - anti-JD Power.

[@ALEX-sh3tx]

I agree

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

No problem there. Just found it humorous. Thanks for commenting!

[@ArizonaAdv]

J.D Power is regulated by the auto industry it won't be true information only what they want you to know.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

@guy proulx Yep. Pretty funny stuff!

[@patrickkelly9721]

In 1969 my Grandpa bought a new 68 Ford F100 from the Ford dealer. In 1986 he gave it to me. With regular and preventative maintenance I'm still driving it.

[@wsmcook]

Thats what AlQuaeda say about their Toyota's

[@salvadorcano4494]

Been a GM man from day one. Vortec V8/V6 engines are bullet proof when you do your preventive maintenance. Regular oil changes etc. Have a 2018 Silverado and a 2005 gmc sierra i have since brand new. Has over 220k miles and doesn't burn or leak any oil.

[@stuffy321]

I put "JD power" right up there with "Truecar pricing" There's a sucker born every second!

[@wsmcook]

Truecar pricing is a good bargaining chip when you go in to dealership. I've gotten dealerships to match truecar pricing before.

[@stuffy321]

@@wsmcook I worked for a car dealership. It's called price fixing to make you thank your getting a good deal! All dealers do this.

[@stephenciszewski3564]

I would like to see a survey of trucks that are actually used for work.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Same.

[@Otownbassin]

Because we all know that ridge line wouldn’t hold up

[@garrettmccord]

Be sure to define work.

[@Inspector694]

Let me make it easy chevys on top.

[@Sailor376also]

@@garrettmccord Sure, I'll define it for you. Cement blocks hauled,, a stack of plywood, the cement mixer, two chainsaws, 6 loads of firewood,, each a 1/2 full cord. The inside of the box if not Rhino or fitted plastic is a scratched up dented up half paintless mess. Tool boxes thrown in and out twice a day, every day. Mud on the jobsite axle deep. A truck used for work. Daily. Not some tarted up, every option, bells, whistles, computer screens, heated, power, all that junk just needs repair and does nothing for,, Does it start and run every morning. EVERY morning. So when a Honda Ridgeline with its 8 cubic foot box takes 1st? You can imagine the howls of derision. Many of the Toyotas, some excellent trucks, fall into that category as well. Because almost no tradesman will pay the extra 20,000 dollars when a perfectly good Chevy or Ford will get the same work done . Does not have to be a diesel, or a pumped up 350 dualie. I prefer small engines, two wheel drive, easy on repair and easy on fuel.

[@charlesmarshall2697]

Ram trucks since 2009 have had the highest percentage of owner loyalty and have become the fastest growing truck brand including a record breaking 18% increase in 2019 that allowed the Ram to pass the Chevy full size for second place. Obviously J.D. Power has about as much credibility as FAKE NEWS CNN. Here are the industry official sales figures for full size trucks in 2019. Ford F series-896,526 down 1.4 %, Ram-633,694 up 18.3%, Chevy-570,639 down 2.5%, Toyota Tundra-111,693 down 5.6%, Nissan Titan-31,514 down 37.5% . The consumer obviously determines the market and it looks like Ford and Ram lead the way.

[@fz671]

That's because Ram trucks have by far the nicest interior of the 3. I used to have a dually dodge Cummins, it was a nice truck and I absolutely loved it. With 6 speed manual I couldn't get enough of driving it. Now I have a Chevy duramax 2500. While not as nice and not as fun to drive. The 3/4ton Chevy handles the same load in the bed better. Less suspension drop, less body roll. And it absolutely pulls better and handles the horse trailer the same as the dually. The kicker doe me is cold start at -10deg f. The dodge always started but it wasn't very happy about it if you forgot to plug it in. The Chevy not plugged in cranks over 4-5 revolutions and fires, its damn quick.

[@TheTopher]

Very interesting!

[@bearkatljl]

I will never consider the Honda Ridgeline a truck.

[@deere3321]

I've always thought a Ridgeline was a truck a girl would buy.

[@hmong337]

Me too. It's just some pos stretched accord chassis with a bed. Total trash.

[@jimking2299]

I love how much everybody hates this practical, reliable truck.

[@Bryan-pm4fj]

It’s a transgender Honda Pilot

[@KardasheviteUltravisionary]

Just bc it isn't body-on-frame that doesn't mean it's any less useful

[@patgenier1965]

Love Love Love my 2012 Tundra SR5 4.6L. Solid, Took it on a trek in a snow storm this morning in S Alberta. Got between 8 and 12 inches in 24 hours,New All Season General tires. It had zero issues with control or dependability, just flipped to 180000km. Going for the 1 million!!

[@HaloDaycare]

I second the comment regarding 3 year reliability being of no value to me. You should never have to replace anything other than oil, transmission fluid, brakes, tires and maybe a drive belt within 100k. Even then, getting your vehicle to 200k miles should also be relatively trouble free given the astronomical cost of vehicles today.

[@poppyneese1811]

Use to work for a local radio station, Arbatron Surveys were won by the station that bought the Survey always.

[@jamesdeaton4467]

I’ve Got a 2008 Ram 1500 5.7 Hemi. Regular Maintenance. 1 water pump and fuel pump. Nothing Else. Runs like New. 310K Miles. Used Valvoline Conventional Oil since New.

[@attananightshadow]

Congrats, you are the exception, not the rule. I would never spend money on a Ram, I’d need to be given one with a free maintenance and rental pack. This is based off of working with many work fleets and my uncle being a Ram/dodge/Chrysler/Jeep mechanic. First Gen Ram eco-diesels are probably the worst truck for Canadian winters ever made.

[@isacglpr]

Great video! Very informative

[@nhlcfl7733]

Thanks for putting together this review/comparison. Thus far, I’ve been enjoying my 2020 Chevy 2500HD Gas version (6.6L) as it suits my needs and getting decent fuel mileage (14-15.5 L/100km or 16.8-15.2 US mpg) Highway. Winter is just arriving as of this writing and with my new studded winter tires, those figures will change as it does for any and all vehicles (more idling time, more friction in the cold and tire slippage, etc.). That’s life (c’est la vie!).

[@panthermartin7784]

2002 yukon xl 5.3L 607,000 kms and counting, just doesnt quit. Was a very interesting learning curve driving this lead sled.

[@sconrady123]

I have a 2001 Tahoe 5.3 v8 with 260,000 miles on it and it still runs great

[@tke2414]

02 Silverado with 350k miles. Purring along nicely

[@Swindy1794]

My first truck was a 2006 Toyota Tacoma, and i bought it used. I beat the shit out of that thing and it NEVER let me down. Later on my needs required something bigger so 2019 Tundra it is! Ive had one recall since owning it and was just something simple (dim turn signals) everyone says the Tundra is a dinosaur... and that may be. But if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. I Love it!! 👍

[@kriskeilman2087]

I have a 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage I bought brand new with 4 miles. 19 years and 259,000 miles later and it is still running. My truck came with one option. A/C Manual transmission and still going strong.

[@barrylaite7000]

I have a 2000 Chevy Silverado, LS, 2 Wheel Dr. It’s got the 5.3 L Vortech engine and the four speed automatic transmission. I’ve only had it a year this upcoming June. When I bought it last year, I purchased it from the second owner. The day I bought it, it only had 55,000 km on it. Because I am a long-haul truck driver, I brought it to my local Chevy dealership and had them go through the truck with a fine tooth comb, as well as flush and fill all the fluids with synthetic. I’ve got 66,000 km on it now and the interior and exterior is just as good as the day. It rolled out the assembly line. I absolutely love this truck I’ll be keeping this for quite a long time.

[@manfredbuchholz7126]

HAVING BEEN IN THE AUTO INDUSTRY SINCE 1973 I FIND J D POWER RATINGS OUT OF TOUCH AN PAID FOR NOT TO BE BELIEVED

[@igotajopamerica3040]

I Agree with this comment.

[@Simulera]

I do not agree with this comment

[@manfredbuchholz7126]

@@Simulera you really need to wake up to reality

[@shawncastillo210]

I liked this video alot! I have been doing something similar on my own because we got really screwed by RAM over a 3500 DRW we owned several years ago so I have been keeping a log of awards, recalls (# of recalls + severity of problems) and Consumer Reports data. I did this in anticipation of buying another 1 ton truck (any brand but RAM). What I discovered is that the amount of problems with all the 1 ton trucks was way more than I cared to pay for so we have not yet purchased anything and I don't think we are going to. Instead I have decided maybe a Freightliner M2 or a Sterling might be a better choice than sinking money into "problem pickups"!! We have a 2014 Toyota Tundra as our everyday driver but our future fifth-wheel hauler will more than likely not be a pickup! Thanks to the industry for trying to sell us junk at over inflated prices - not buying anymore! Thanks for the video - really confirmed what I already knew - appreciate the validation.

[@bxbmbr766]

I like that you actually do the research and collect the actual data to support all the claims utilizing an actual no bias, no BS approach

[@stevehusk6215]

1997 Ford F350 with the 7.3 diesel. I have used this truck since 1999 it had 19,000 miles when I purchased it, used it in concrete construction pulling a skid loader most of the time. This truck now has 377,777.7 miles and counting as of 10-13-20 . Never had any motor problems, still runs and works great everyday. Does have some rust on fenders but thinking about getting it fixed. This is the best work truck ever beat that if you can!

[@xxsuperbirdxx]

Only truck that can match you is an older 2nd gen Cummins Ram

[@stevehusk6215]

😏

[@davidwhiteman9226]

I've got a 2004 Dodge Dakota, that was 6 years old when I got it, and now has 190,000 + miles with very little trouble other than average wear out items that were fairly easy fixes, such as A/C compressor, power steering pump, ball joints, and rear parking brake cables, and a front diff. driveshaft. Never got stranded, and would drive it from coast to coast without worry in a 16 year old vehicle.

[@jamesgeorge8003]

I bought an 04 Dakota that I drove for 15 yrs, best vehicle I ever owned. Engine gave up in '17 , don't have the bucks for a new engine ,but I would like to find another one.

[@kennethscofield4565]

My 99 chev silverado 2500 has 490,000 k. That 6.o litre is the best motor I have ever owned, Runs as good now as the day I bought it in 99. Truck still hascthe original transmission and exhaust., the engine has never been apart other than a new intake manifold gasket at 320,000 k. These results come as no shock to me.

[@websterslaughter5948]

Good video, next you should do a video with the information from Consumer reports. It would be interesting to see their results compared to J.D Power considering they are the two biggest names in vehicle studies. It should also get a lot of views for your channel.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Good idea. I’ll see what I can find!

[@wsmcook]

Lol, tundra wins that category too.

[@waynemthacker3775]

My 07 tundra just turned 500,000 today !!! Put first set of plugs in at 401,000 . Because 1 st coil pack went out.

[@bobcole3852]

I wish I had my 2003 Tundra but we moved and I needed 4WD. So we got a Tacoma and a 4Runner, both 4WD and call it a day. Last vehicles I'll need to buy

[@mannymotta2174]

4.7 I bet

[@gutadin5]

@Wayne Thacker have you driven your Tundra on a long road trip like 9 to 11 hours?

[@joeysunshine8239]

I had a 2007 gmc. Was an ok truck. 2010 f150 had issues but a beautiful truck to drive Now have 2017 f 150. And I love it With the 5.0. There are a lot of trucks out there and they all have their issues. Nothing’s perfect

[@scottwilkins]

Agreed. Expect Fords are ugly. To each his own...

[@joeysunshine8239]

Your ugly

[@wesleygarrison6248]

Scott Wilkins They’re also a bit mechanically ugly if you know what I mean.

[@sirroxalot]

Cool video, man. The problem with these surveys is that some people get brand loyal and give their trucks higher ranks than they should. I have a buddy that's owned three Dodge Rams and keeps talking about how they're good trucks, but the reason he's on his third one is the first two fell apart. He even had to put an engine in the one he has now, but brags about it running strong.

[@tedsell1455]

sirroxalot dodge is junk compared to the rest

[@johnswanson3741]

Sounds more like a Chevy guy to me

[@spartaeus]

Most reliable trucks we ever owned, were Chevy full sized with 4.3 engines and automatic transmissions. Over 250,000 miles and zero engine or transmission problems, or rear end or front end, or electrical problems.

[@share2247]

Thank you for this video

[@bertveldhuizen8699]

How do can you call a truck reliable after only three years???

[@MP-zv6fm]

Also a factor that J.D.P. probably didnt account for is how many of those models were sold. For example 10 Toyota's vs 100 Ford (1 hated Toyota, and 10 hated Ford). Same percentage, but seeing it initially you would think more people loved Toyota's

[@josephmclennan1229]

I have a 98 F150 302 Auto 308.000 miles , only replaced starter, alternator , brakes , and some misc.,runs great.

[@ratfink9205]

Best truck I ever owned was an 84 GMC 2WD 305 boat anchor. Sounded like a beast with dual glasspacks. Wouldn't roast the tires but got 18 MPG on the highway with my good old Quadrajet and highway gearing and never, not even once, left me stranded in 21 years. I know a lot of people exaggerate and say "it never broke down" but it literally started every time and always got me wherever I was going. Wish I hadn't sold it.

[@johnhugon8305]

I’ll go with the results mostly, but the HD Chevy, 5.4L F150 and the 6.0L F350 were money pits for me.

[@paulreints2279]

Toyota. Real world winner.

[@briantayler1230]

Hello from Australia, a dual cab pick up that has taken Australia by storm over the last few years is the VW Amorock. I know it is not sold in the US, but it should be.

[@NightMahar]

2010 Frontier, 360,000km. Sold it without ever having an engine light. Only ever changed oil, brakes and tires. Stayed loyal, bought an 18Pro4X and so far its been another bulletproof trail runner. Test drove, Chev Colorado, Tacoma, Ford. Nice trucks but no where's near the same value.

[@terracestevenkennedy9198]

Love my 1990 f150 super reliable driven daily .

[@dangda-ww7de]

that is 30years old.

[@ThePcg813]

That’s sum pretty good math

[@704ab]

I have the 1990 6-cyl F-250. Paid $800 in 2012. Hopefully it will last thirty more years!

[@Marco-fi6gv]

@@ThePcg813 😂

[@josephmclennan1229]

300 straight six is the best

[@dukekelloway5328]

Bought both of my Tundras from a guy that had spent more than 20 years as a Ford service technician that had left when his dealership was threatened because they were replacing too many ring gears. Of course they were. We are in a fishing community that works trucks hard and sees them in a salt encrusted environment. It's laughable that they crow about their aluminum body while the chassis rarely exceed six to seven years around here. This is where the Tundra population is exploding to the point that the dealers can't keep up with demand. My last truck was typical in every way but took three months to arrive due to shortages. My last truck was seven years old when traded and snagged me 24k. It still had no rust on the chassis. I'd never go back to any of the other companies no matter how deep the voice in the commercials get.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

😂 @ the deep voice on commercials.

[@15Jeep]

I wouldn't be caught dead in a Toyota or Nissan truck......not capable of performing real truck type tasks.....unable to haul and tow heavy loads......easy job for American made Class 2 and Class 3 trucks.

[@chevysilver-ray-dough6328]

Hmmmmm I just hauled a broke down tundra to the mechanic with my 04 Silverado 1500 with 285,000 miles. I slapped my dad's f150 5.4 Triton around with the same high mileage pickup. The f150 has 125,000 and is actually taken care of, unlike my Chevy. I've had 4 Silverado/Sierra's and I blew an engine in one and a transfer case in another. Keep in mind some guys actually use the little buttons that say 4H, 2H and 4L and that little square thingy on the rear end under the bumper. I'm one of those guys so those 2 break downs are a great track record. So you and your wife Tammy can get yourself a Tundra so you can go to the bakery and get cakes and pies for your tummy.

[@johns512]

2000 Toyota Tundra. 260K. Replaced trannie at 160K. Other than that, just routine maintenance. Looking to buy a new truck and use my existing as an extra. Probably another Toyota but will shop around. Out west so routinely travel 4+ hours on trips which means the wife's comfort factor is probably going to win out:) This channel has helped.

[@michaelpicozzi3910]

I had a 2003 Silverado 2500 HD great truck I traded it in for 14 Silverado 1500 great truck the best trucks I ever owned and I own trucks my whole life I was a Ford man before this never again

[@Mikeyc8791]

Nissian frontier is the best value for the money, good solid truck, not too much dazzle with all the technology bs

[@scottwilkins]

Boring....

[@travelinben1966]

Mikeyc8791 It will be totally redone this year and go on sale in the fall as a 2021 model.Looking forward to that.

[@garybrown9719]

I had a 2003 duramax has a 180,000 Gave it my son he still drive it. Has never broke down

[@rodrigosan9493]

Nice job 🙌

[@JohnSmith-dj5gf]

Where’s all the Honda Ridgeline haters? ........sitting in my 13 year old Ridgeline with 235K miles, still runs great.

[@deanodebo1380]

John Smith Honda is a no-brainer. Solid. My 09 Tacoma is also going strong at 236,000 miles, doesn’t even rattle.

[@ShadowOppsRC]

I have a 93 chevy still has original motor and tranny and still runs great. Most brands when you take care of them are reliable. Hondas and toyotas will grenade themselves when not maintained too! Machines no mater the brand require maintance. Cannot drive something and never maintain it and expect it to run as long as yours has. I have owned hondas, toyotas and gm stuff. I have seen hondad and toyotas owned by friends that do not do maintance blow up way too soon. Everything I have owned cause I maintain them has gottoen over 200k on it.

[@adamwelles5502]

Lol I wonder even consider that thing a truck.

[@michaelpaparelli3824]

Have an 08 Ridgy.LOVE IT ! Yeah so what it's not body on frame.BIG DEAL. That's what makes it great. Even now its light years ahead in terms of ride, handling,and features. Oh and has almost 200k runs GREAT!

[@xxsuperbirdxx]

you are a cross dresser

[@jordanross7510]

Love my GMC Sierra 1500👍

[@musicman8270]

My 2005 Ranger was not a good truck "back in the day", just turned over 138,000 with nothing ever going wrong, the air still works, basically perfect.

[@jimmylee6941]

2016 Chevy Colorado 3.6L, 2wd. 29879 miles. Engine went into "limp mode". Chevy dealer says " bad high pressure fuel pump". Contacted GM for assistance. No response. 4th day and counting. Oil changes done religiously, every 6000 miles, synthetic oil. Repair cost $1500 to $2000.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Man that sucks!

[@GH-oi2jf]

None of this matters to me. I love my 2016 Colorado. I never considered a Tacoma or Frontier, and the Ridgeline isn’t a proper truck.

[@emann8219]

Have fun spending money to repair that piece of junk Chevy.

[@Nics574]

How many miles on your Colorado?

[@attananightshadow]

Buddy had enough of his 2017 canyon after it’s 3rd oil pump went, truck had just under 30k miles on it. Maybe the 4th oil pump will last to 150k LOL.

[@menopassini9348]

Ford 5.4 3 V was a Dumpster Fire. So switched to GM w 5.3 or 6. L.. Put a chip in the 5.3 to eliminate the variable displacement system.

[@roninkraut6873]

Meno Passini You should have changed the oil once in awhile on that 5.4. Mines running fine. 16 years without an issue

[@leeannbowser3068]

Ronin Kraut you are lucky

[@roninkraut6873]

Leeann Bowser Not really. Maintenance is the key. Also, 5W20 is not the best even though it’s recommended from the factory. Other countries had 5W30 as the recommendation and they don’t have the ticking issue that the states saw. We also have a ton of them in our fleet and they all were fine. The only issues we ever had were some electrical issues like power windows around the 200K mark

[@Adventureswithmike1]

I had a 2008 Ford F250 With the 5.4 3 valve And I never had a issue I used the truck for work every day all I did was oil changes every 5000 miles and I ended up putting almost 300000 miles on it. Before I got rid of it because it was getting pretty ratty from working every day... O and it had over 8000 hours on it

[@stevenlefebvre2991]

Great video

[@billwhiteathome2080]

I have a 2005 Ford Ranger, 4.0L FX4. Bought tires, a battery, and changed the oil once a year. Runs and drives like new. What could possibly be more reliable than that.

[@Adrian-ew1tv]

Toyota Tundra number1

[@FreeSpeechIsFreedom]

Anyone with a brain that has actually worked on a vehicle knows that a vehicle’s dependability is only as good as the regular inspection, maintenance, and replacement of worn out components. Pick one and take care of it.

[@crsantin]

Agreed, for the most part. JD Power is bullshit. Most of the major brands offer pretty good vehicles. A lot of people skip maintenance and don't take care of their vehicles and then problems ensue. If you do your scheduled maintenance and change your fluids regularly then, for the most part, you will be fine. If buying new it's important to buy from a good dealer who will take care of warranty work without giving you a hassle. Most vehicles will have a recall or some little thing that goes wrong and is covered under warranty. It doesn't mean it's a crappy brand. All vehicles will need repairs due to age/use...brakes, exhaust, alternator, tires, gaskets etc...all this stuff will need to be repaired as the vehicle ages. Buy what you like and take care of it. It's pretty simple.

[@FreeSpeechIsFreedom]

Carlo Santin Yeah man I definitely agree with that statement.

[@attananightshadow]

Taking care of a vehicle is the most important part for sure, but the FCA/Stellantis Rams are substantially trashier regarding component quality than the rest of the truck competitors.

[@pittfitter1832]

my full size chevy silverado 2012 1500 4x4 pickup has had no mechanical issues in the 5.5 years i've had it absolutely LOVE this truck 85 k but has never let me down, it is the BEST truck of the 8 owned

[@attananightshadow]

I have a 5.0 f-150 that I’ve put 280k on it, I’m passively truck shopping now, but am not in a hurry. Zero issues, just basic maintenance. an oil pan gasket was replaced this year as it was dripping 4-5 drops per week on the garage floor.

[@gungadin6447]

Thanks for the research. Not surprised by the results - had an 03 Tundra an now a 12 Ridgeline. Both tremendously reliable. Maybe Honda was the best brand with only the medium category representation. However, would’ve bought another Tundra in 2012 but they grew in size and wouldn’t fit in garage!

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Thanks for sharing! Not fitting in the garage is a real concern and half-ton trucks are not getting any smaller.

[@bigdogboos1]

i wish there was a complication of numbers on actual mechanic visits and issues per vehicle type per year. That would help a lot more, but i doubt that will every happen

[@michealortiz3350]

I'll keep my 04.5 lly duramax, ex cab short bed 4x4 FTW

[@TheSlugger76]

I had a 2007 GMC 26500 only thing went master brake cinder.. I. Switched to 2015 Titan hope it lasts

[@Supermankev2001]

I bought a 2018 Nissan Frontier Love it owned for 2 years No problems or repairs best Truck I have ever owned.

[@randysmith4433]

Awards are fine. But I dont recall jd power asking me. I have a 2003 Ford f150 with 276000 miles on it and it has been an excellant truck with no problems. This is my 3rd ford and they have been very reliable. Tried Chevy had problems from the first day I owned it finaly gave up on it after 2 years. Owned a dodge and it held up pretty well.

[@wesleygarrison6248]

Randy Smith Weird, my family has had chevy trucks for a long time and they’ve been pretty great. What truck did you have?

[@JohnSmith-de4zr]

I have a 2006 Silverado 1500 lt, I’ve gone through one water pump I am currently @ 230,000 miles I love this truck I’m the 2nd owner purchased it in 2008 with 13,000 miles. I love my truck, so JD powers ?

[@ojp5053]

Everyone here needs a reliable truck to go pick groceries and the kids from school

[@J.Col_]

06 F150 135k miles, engine problems- transmission went at 100k

[@shogunfc1]

Tundra, Tundra, Tundra! What a surprise! Lol

[@mikefoehr235]

Any Toyota I have owned or my wife has been almost trouble free. Compared to the big 3...Toyota Rocks.

[@shogunfc1]

Mike Foehr , I know. I have a Crewmax too.

[@scottwilkins]

Owned one Toyota. Didn't last long. Bought Chevy after that. Drove two to 200K plus. Drove a Ford before the Toyota to 220K. Everyone's experience is different.

[@allenstuck2861]

Work that toy yoda truck the results will be different all I see is Ford Chevy and Dodge do on all the work! Plus look at the sales Nobody wants that Toyota truck

[@plugger4945]

Allen Stuck Some may want it, but most can’t afford the insane price. Although they have ALL gone way overpriced. Since the yuppies and the women all got into them. Every time I see that commercial where the wife runs to the pickup and the husband cowtows, I wanna puke. Gods sake man, GROW A PAIR!!

[@ramman5784]

I still say the best vehicle out there is the one that starts when you want it to.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

I said the same thing to a group of journalists once. They thought I was nuts. Glad to see others think the way I do. Gadgets are fun to play with, but towing your truck to the shop all the time is ZERO fun.

[@humbertorubi2735]

So...Toyota everyday.

[@Immolate62]

@@humbertorubi2735 dude. Thats what he just said

[@bobcole3852]

That would be a Toyota

[@Harry-zz2oh]

@@Pickuptrucktalk Especially if you have to haul it 15 miles to get to a dealer. If you don't like the local dealer, which happens a lot, then you might have to go 60 miles away.

[@dls0001]

No surprise here. Go to a 10 year and you'd see the Tundra/ Tacoma would shine even more.

[@thelemonedaider]

i own a 07 tundra and that model year deserved that award

[@kevinwest7912]

Just my experience, but, I have owned every make of truck except Honda. I'm 63. The Dodge trucks I've owned have been every bit as dependable and more than some. That includes my first firewood hauler 1946 1 and 1/2 ton that carried more wait than a 47 GMC 2 AND 1/2 ton! I've had good Fords, Chevs, Internationals, and many good Dodges. If you take care of them most serve well. I did notice overall better fuel economy with my Dodges over the rest as well as higher payload for same rated trucks.

[@scstinger5]

Glad Dodge trucks worked well for you. I’ve owned 2 Ram trucks and they were buy far the worst vehicles I’ve ever owned. I’ve always had good luck with Chevy and Ford trucks... especially the Ford trucks.

[@JS-ob4oh]

Personally, I don't think much of the 3 year survey. I keep and am interested in keeping my truck for at least 10 years. I will say the Toyota Tundra definitely deserve its kudos because I have yet to meet a single owner of that truck who was dissatisfied.

[@alb12345672]

I don't think they have good transmissions. I have a Lexus GS AWD and they share the same part number for the transmission. Just a different transfer case.

[@Haulinbassracing]

Ive met a few some of the first year 2022 guys are not happy with build quality. I was going to be one of them but decided against it for now. I dont know many toyota guys who can work on their own stuff so i dont hear much just people complaining about small things they took it to the dealer for. When people complain without research or trying to find the solution, i tend not to listen. I think the last gen tundra was ugly but other than a 12th gen f150 its the only half ton i would buy.

[@monicawilson896]

Thank you for the research you did and for making this video!

[@williammawk1720]

In 1995 I bought a 1993 GMC 1500 short wheel base 4x4 with a 4.3 5 Speed and 113,000 miles After a few small modifications and a few parts never inside the eng. I recently sold it at 375,000 miles and it id still running well but starting downhill with parts going bad. Those were real bullet proof rigs back then...Never did let me down.

[@bobbycorrigan7969]

2002 f-350, four wheel drive dually with the 7.3 power stroke, 179,000 miles, love it .

[@westernstartruck2528]

best truck ever made no contest at 179000 miles its a baby

[@dantheman9395]

I have had fords and GM vehicles. I can honestly say that GM has been the better of the 2. Not too surprised. However if you read Consumer Reports they have more faith in Ford. I guess it’s all depends on what you prefer and favor

[@coltonjacobs5383]

The older GM vehicles were generally better than the Fords(especially engine-wise) but ever since GM’s bankruptcy, their quality has gone way down. Ford is proving to be the most reliable Full Size truck brand at the moment.

[@Dave-sw2dm]

My first truck was a 1990 F-150 regular cab 8 foot bed Lariat trim with 5.0 and 5 speed manual. I sure loved that truck! Yes, it needed periodic repairs because of budget parts used by Ford, but the only reason I parted with it was because I had two sons and the four of us outgrew the truck. Then I bought a 2000 GMC Sierra King Cab 4.8L V8 that never needed a repair in 200,000 miles. It towed a 5800lb loaded travel trailer all around the country. Then we added a 2008 GMC Sierra 2500HD regular cab 8 foot bed truck that only needed one repair in the last 10 years and 110,000 miles. It is only used to tow my wife's horse trailer. Then I bought a '17 Nissan Frontier 4.0 King Cab to haul my dirt bikes around. Loved the power but was never really comfortable for long drives. Traded it for a '19 Nissan Titan S trim work truck. Love the ride and the power. Hopefully it proves as reliable as my GMC trucks.

[@bcwrangler]

The free evaluation is to watch what trucks are still out there from fifteen years ago....some GMC/Chev/Toyota 1/2 tons, some Toyota and Ranger midsize....not many HD's of any brand

[@dallasfrost1996]

that was a surprise If I have to be honest here.. I honestly thought that ford and toyota would only be the 2 mentioned the most... surprisingly GMC/Chevrolet did very well too! interestingly enough... yet people say GM is the worst in the pickup segment....

[@EchoSlash]

Well i glad to see my 06 Tundra won lol

[@stevelux9854]

I have driven over 330,000 miles in my 2000 Tundra since mile 8. No problems other than once having to remove and clean my mass airflow sensor. I do my own scheduled maintenance. However, this is NOT a heavy duty work truck. I don't haul big loads, this is just a daily driver. I'll pull a trailer to help people to move, or move myself from time to time or other small tasks but no heavy loads. I doubt I have ever hauled/pulled more than 5,000#. I bought it due to Toyota's reputation for reliability to get me to and from work or elsewhere - which is what was most important to me. Likely if I needed to do actual continuous heavy duty hauling and needed a real work truck I would look for an older (97) Dodge Diesel 3500 or 4500 due to a plethora of electronics issues in their newer trucks.

[@radamson1]

I was an independent car dealer for years who specialized in trucks. Believe me when I say you can find great trucks and lemons from every make out there. It has more to do with the care owners gave them than makes or models.

[@RSDX99]

When pickup trucks went from contractor work trucks to 4 door luxury cruisers with a less than 8' bed they are no longer IMO considered trucks. Most spend more time at the malls or as a soccer mom taxi. Ford, GM, Dodge own the contractor business because they still offer a work truck.

[@buzzlight2nd1]

I drive an older V8 pickup with a short bed. Sometimes a pickup truck is the only viable alternative to front wheel drive cars (no one wants a Subaru BRZ that can be outrun by a HD pickup truck).

[@Haulinbassracing]

My truck works more than yours i can guarantee, 8 foot beds are not needed for anyone thats not a carpenter. Need to haul pipe, get a headache rack with rocket launchers. I have an ext cab with 6.5 foot bed and i would have gotten a 5.5 bed if it were available because its turning radius would be much better and i have a better chance of not high centering when coming onto and off of rig mats and such. Guys need to realize trucks do other work than hauling lumber or whatever. My truck spends the majority of its 12 hour days off highway

[@Haulinbassracing]

People buy trucks for personal vehicles because they last and with current and past prices you could buy a car or suv that may last 200,000 miles if everything goes right or they can buy a truck for a little more or the same and neglect it to well over 200k. If im spending my 50k-100k im buying whats going to last. Some people buy them for saftey but they are idiots. Also where i live we get extreme weather, little suvs and cars go nowhere after a storm even with snowtires. I throw my truck in 4wd and im good unless we get some freeIng rain but in that case anyone that doesnt have 4wd and doesnt use compression braking hits the ditch or another car. Why does it bother you so much people make the smarter decision with their money. all the mall crawlers/house mothers switched to jeeps and tacomas with overlanding setups now at least in my area

[@RSDX99]

@@Haulinbassracing Really? What kind of pickup do you think I own? I'll give you a hint, 4 WD, Reg cab, 8' bed, Powerstroke engine bought new in 1995.What guarantee are you proving?

[@RSDX99]

@@Haulinbassracing People in business by Luxury pickups because they can write off the entire cost of the vehicle for tax purposes. Homeowners can't do that.

[@hal4utube]

Was glad to see my Toyota Tacoma 2015 truck as a winner that year. Really like my truck, 4X4 , crew cab and does everything I could ask of it. It's just a truck but a good one.

[@berettaxd7566]

Yup got a 15 Tacoma. Great truck.

[@jimh2061]

No surprise here! I stopped buying Ford and Chevys in 2005. Bought a Tundra and still have it going strong with 200k on it. Runs like its brand new.

[@stevedeleon8775]

My Little 2002 S10 Is 18 years with me so far with over 200,000 original miles..no major issues..

[@sabretom7594]

Ever see a Tundra in a peanut field? I didn’t think so.

[@thefarmersdaughter8235]

Huh?

[@lyleswavel320]

@@thefarmersdaughter8235like a soybean field, hes saying no toyotas in farmers field working

[@dtm8887]

This doesn’t surprise me especially the FCA products not being listed.

[@starmc26]

They weren't FCA for 15 years at the making of the video.

[@wasupfool5692]

Ford quality has gone downhill fast in recent years, drove F150 trucks for 30 years but had to switch brands in 2017 because of reliabilityissues. Didn't care for GM so i went with a Ram 5.7 with the 8 speed. 100,000km and not a single issue so far.

[@damitbobby6677]

Holly smokes. No issues with a ram? 100,000 km that's a rare one

[@wasupfool5692]

@@damitbobby6677 actually on the newer Rams its not unusual at all.

[@richvest7212]

Real world experience My 2007 colorado dropped a valve at 99,000 miles More to repair than truck worth Totally unexcusable